toiletry
noun
toi·let·ry
ˈtȯi-lə-trē 
plural toiletries
: an article or preparation (such as toothpaste, shaving cream, or cologne) used in cleaning or grooming oneself
—usually used in plural
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Just in time for a 2016 renaissance, Target dropped prices on more Vera Bradley bags, including backpacks, toiletry organizers, and larger duffels, starting at just $12.
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Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
This set comes with three different sizes—small, medium, and large—and can accommodate clothing, shoes, accessories, and toiletries, per reviewers.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2026
Guests may also receive swag bags with personal toiletries, resources from area organizations, flyers to other local events and more, said Isaaca Carter, executive director of Fueling Hope.
—F. Amanda Tugade, Des Moines Register, 18 Jan. 2026
Brouk & Co Pearl Travel Jewelry Case Admittedly, my jewelry is often treated as an afterthought during travel, floating at the bottom of my toiletry bag or in a random duffel pocket.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 15 Jan. 2026
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Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 22 Jan. 2026
This set comes with three different sizes—small, medium, and large—and can accommodate clothing, shoes, accessories, and toiletries, per reviewers.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2026
Guests may also receive swag bags with personal toiletries, resources from area organizations, flyers to other local events and more, said Isaaca Carter, executive director of Fueling Hope.
—F. Amanda Tugade, Des Moines Register, 18 Jan. 2026
Brouk & Co Pearl Travel Jewelry Case Admittedly, my jewelry is often treated as an afterthought during travel, floating at the bottom of my toiletry bag or in a random duffel pocket.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 15 Jan. 2026
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“Toiletry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toiletry. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
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toiletry
noun
toi·let·ry
ˈtȯi-lə-trē
plural toiletries
: something (as a soap, lotion, toothpaste, or cologne) used in grooming oneself
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